The Crucible Character Descriptions

Character Descriptions in "The Crucible"

Reverend Parris: Widowed with children, exhibits paranoia and self-pity, seeks power, is disliked by his parishioners, and displays hostility towards others.
Betty Parris: The 10-year-old daughter of Reverend Parris, falls into a stupor that ignites rumors of witchcraft in Salem.
Abigail Williams: Orphaned niece of Parris, noted for her striking beauty, intelligence, and cunning nature; she is vindictive and at the center of mysterious rumors about her character, acting as the leader of the group of girls.
Tituba: The slave of Reverend Parris from Barbados, she is the first person accused of witchcraft, highlighting racial and social tensions in the community.
John Proctor: A successful and respected farmer in Salem, he is known for his easy-going temperament, logical thinking, and self-reflection, viewing himself as a sinner amidst the hysteria.
Elizabeth Proctor: John Proctor's wife, described as sickly and virtuous but emotionally cold and timid; she seeks to please her husband while often feeling sad.
Mary Warren: A 17-year-old servant to the Proctors, characterized as lonely and easily influenced by others, she often embodies feelings of worry.
Thomas Putnam: A greedy, vindictive, and nosy wealthy landowner, he is the eldest son of Salem's richest man, known for engaging in land disputes and jumping to conclusions about others.
Ann Putnam: Thomas Putnam's wife, aged 45, described as having a "haunted" and "twisted" soul due to the tragic loss of seven infants; she blames others for her misfortunes.
Francis Nurse: A well-respected figure in Salem who serves as an unofficial judge in disputes; a self-made man, he faces jealousy and resentment, particularly from Thomas Putnam.
Rebecca Nurse: At 72 years old, she is the gentle and calm wife of Francis, experienced and reasoned, believing that the illnesses faced by teenage girls stem from boredom rather than witchcraft; she seeks peace and tolerance.
Giles Corey: An 83-year-old character, known as the "comical hero," he is innocent and uneducated, often viewed as a crank by others.
Rev. Hale: A 40-year-old specialist in demonology from Beverly, he is intellectual and sensible, initially reserves judgment, and his arrival accelerates the unfolding hysteria.
Deputy Governor Danforth: A grave and business-like character aged 60, he harbors great respect for the court, believes in a true sense of justice, and sees himself as acting rightly within his Puritan values.
Judge Hathorne: Presiding over the witch trials, he exhibits impatience, is partial, and rushes to judgment, contributing to the unfairness of the trials.